Via Francigena: Lucca to Siena

What's Included

• Breakfasts and Dinner

  7 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included. Breakfasts are usually continental and can vary from breads, pastries, tea, coffee & juices, to hot cooked breakfast, cold meats, cheeses, yogurts, and fruits. The included dinner in Gambassi Terme is a 3-course experience.

• Accommodation

  7 nights in 3-star hotels and agriturismo/B&Bs on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities.

• Digital Information Pack

  A digital information pack including a smartphone app with maps plus a route book per room booked.

• Luggage Transfer

  Luggage transfer is included (max 1 piece, max weight 20kg, and max size 60 x 50 x 40 cm per person). A supplement applies for excess.

• Emergency Hotline

  An emergency hotline and SMS alert are available.

• Transfer from San Miniato Basso Train Station

  Transfer from San Miniato Basso train station to your hotel in San Miniato Alto.

• Credenziale

  A pilgrim's passport (Credenziale) is provided.

• Transport

  Travel includes a train journey from Lucca to San Miniato Alto and luggage transfer services. Additional transport includes a transfer from San Miniato Basso train station to your hotel.

What's Not Included

• Travel to Lucca and from Siena

  Travel to Lucca and from Siena is not included.
  
  

• Meals Not Listed

  Meals not listed as included, drinks are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included.
  
  

• Entrance Fees

  Entrance fees to museums, galleries, etc.
  
  , are not included.
  
  

• Guide

  This is a self-guided walking holiday; a guide is not included.
  
  

• Solo Traveler Supplement

  A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.
  
  

• Excess Luggage

  Excess luggage is not included.
  
  

• Train Ticket on Day 2

  Train ticket on day 2 from Lucca to Fucecchio (allow approximately EUR8) is not included.
  
  

• Tourist Tax

  Tourist tax (allow approximately EUR2 per day) is payable directly to the hotel.
  
  

• Items of a Personal Nature

  Items of a personal nature including drinks, souvenirs, phone calls, internet, and laundry, etc.
  
  , are not included.
  
  

What You Carry

Daypack, wet weather gear, water bottle and sun protection. A comprehensive gear list is included in the pre-departure information provided on booking.

Grading

MODERATE – GRADE 3
This is a moderate grade walk along paths that are well defined. The walking is mostly on paths and gravel roads (strade bianche), with some sections on asphalt road. The route is quite easy due to low differences in altitude on most days. Often the towns are on hilltops. You should be able to walk for up to 7 hours a day in hot sun (at times). The trail is well-marked with official signs of the Via Francigena. A good level of fitness is required.
As with all of our trips it is important that you are well prepared. We suggest that you undertake regular exercise – swimming, cycling, and jogging, two to three times a week for three months prior to your departure.
Note: the walking time and distance are calculated from city centre to city centre and may vary depending on the accommodations booked, to a maximum of 2km.

Mode of Transport

Travel includes a train journey from Lucca to San Miniato Alto and luggage transfer services. Additional transport includes a transfer from San Miniato Basso train station to your hotel.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights in comfortable 3-star hotels and charming agriturismo/B&Bs, all on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities.